Governance Administrator

Position Summary

The Governance Administrator supports the effectiveness of ABEM’s Board of Directors and its committees by managing governance processes and ensuring best practices are followed. Serving as a key liaison between the Board, executive leadership, and stakeholders, this role promotes high standards of board operations and administrative coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Leads and supports cross-functional governance initiatives aligned with organizational goals.

Develops and manages agendas, meeting materials, minutes, and follow-up communications.

Maintains accurate records for volunteer roles, board terms, governance documents, and nominations.

Supports onboarding and offboarding of Board and committee members.

Coordinates with the Board President on travel, meetings, and logistics.

Administers Board policies and oversees governance calendars, inboxes, and recognition programs.

Manages high-volume credit card reconciliation for Organizational Services and the EDPCA.

Tracks project progress using management software and ensures follow-through on action items.

Staffs certification examination administrations and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

Three to five years of experience in governance support or executive administration.

Familiarity with nonprofit and board governance structures.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and project/video conferencing tools.

Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.

Strong judgment, confidentiality, and attention to detail required.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time (five weeks or less per year).

Work Environment

This role involves regular talking, listening, and computer use.

Occasional standing, walking, and reaching is required.

Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level is generally low to moderate.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.